Tillandsia is a genus of around 650 species of evergreen, perennial flowering plants in the family Bromeliaceae, native to the forests, mountains and deserts of Central and South America, the southern United States and the West Indies.

Planting & CareThese bromeliads get all of the water and nutrients they need through their specialized leaves. Air plants use their roots only for attaching themselves to rocks, trees, shrubs, and the ground. Native to the southern United States, Mexico, Central America, and South America, air plants are warm-weather lovers that can thrive despite neglect.

Sunlight: Full sun

Soil: well-drained soil

Water: Dry to medium

Temprature: 50 - 90 degrees F

Fertilizer: Apply any organic fertilizer

Care:

Full spectrum artificial light (fluorescent) is best.

Plant should be no further than 36" from the fluorescent tubes and can be as close as 6".

A four-tube 48" fixture works well.

Bulbs can be any full spectrum type Gro-Lux, Repta-Sun, Vita-Lite, etc.